For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 627 students in 52233, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 52233, IA are Nixon Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 52233 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 52233, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52233, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nixon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Nixon Dr
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2188
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2188
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Hiawatha Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
603 Emmons St
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2172
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2172
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 52233, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 52233, IA include Nixon Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 52233?
2 public preschools are located in 52233.
What is the racial composition of students in 52233?
52233 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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